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WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Cook County on February 24, 2004 adopted the Annual Appropriation Bill for the Fiscal Year 2004; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Appropriation Bill creates Accounts 490-814, 499-814, and 899-814 for Appropriation Adjustments for the Corporate, Public Safety, and the County Health Funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the wages and salaries of the following positions be fixed as follows:
Hourly Effective
Job Code Job Classification Wage Rate Date
2348 Chief Plumbing Inspector 41.30 6-1-04
2353 Plumbing Inspector 39.10 6-1-04
2349 Plumbing Plan Examiner 39.10 6-1-04
2311 Bricklayer 32.05 6-1-04
2312 Bricklayer Foreman 34.55 6-1-04
2431 Marble Polisher 25.05 6-1-04
2361 Plasterer 34.10 7-1-04
2350 Plumber 37.10 6-1-04
2352 Plumber Foreman 39.10 6-1-04
2350 Plumber 37.10 6-1-04
2311 Bricklayer 32.05 6-1-04
2312 Bricklayer Foreman 34.55 6-1-04
2361 Plasterer 34.10 7-1-04
2350 Plumber 37.10 6-1-04
2352 Plumber Foreman 39.10 6-1-04
2311 Bricklayer 32.05 6-1-04
2312 Bricklayer Foreman 34.55 6-1-04
2350 Plumber 37.10 6-1-04
2352 Plumber Foreman 39.10 6-1-04
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $9,107.00 from Account 490-814, $38,417.00 from Account 499-814, $23,725.00 from Account 899-814, be provided for these employees.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, on Tuesday, September 21, 2004, dignitaries, elected officials, community organizations, friends and honored guests come together to celebrate their heritage and culture at the Mexican Independence Day Reception of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, there are over one million Mexican Americans in Cook County who, on the night of September 15, celebrated Mexican Independence Day in following with the traditions of their birth land; and
WHEREAS, Cook County’s Mexican-American community has made numerous cultural and economic contributions to the growth and development of our county; and
WHEREAS, Little Village is a thriving commercial area in Chicago’s West Side, it is home to the largest Mexican community in the Midwest and their residents and business owners are amply recognized for their entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, and commitment to family and community; and
WHEREAS, the Little Village Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that has represented the interests of local businesses for more than 30 years; and
WHEREAS, Salvador Pedroza is currently the President of the Little Village Chamber of Commerce, the largest Mexican-American Chamber in the Midwest, which he has been a member of for 15 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pedroza was previously the President of the National Association of Guanajuatenses, which he founded and currently chairs, representing the thousands of residents in the United States that have origins in the State of Guanajuato, Mexico.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby proclaim September 21, 2004, to be MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY IN COOK COUNTY, and recognizes the many contributions Mr. Salvador Pedroza has made throughout the County of Cook, and urge all Cook County residents to join in this celebration of their culture and heritage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to Mr. Salvador Pedroza.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, on Tuesday, September 21, 2004, dignitaries, elected officials, community organizations, friends and honored guests come together to celebrate their heritage and culture at the Mexican Independence Day Reception of Cook County; and
WHEREAS, there are over one million Mexican Americans in Cook County who, on the night of September 15, celebrated Mexican Independence Day in following with the traditions of their birth land; and
WHEREAS, Cook County’s Mexican-American community has made numerous cultural and economic contributions to the growth and development of our county; and
WHEREAS, Consul General Carlos M. Sada Solana has served as Consul General of Mexico in Chicago since July 2000 after being appointed to his position by President Vicente Fox; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sada Solana serves on the Board of Directors of numerous civic, business and educational organizations; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sada Solana has a vast background of being the Consul General of Mexico in San Antonio, the Consul General of Mexico in Toronto, the Mayor of the City of Oaxaca, Mexico and Secretary of Social and Economic Development for the State of Oaxaca; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sada Solana has a wealth of knowledge and education by holding degrees in Industrial Engineering from Iberoamerican University in Mexico City and graduate studies at the University of Newcastle in England and at the University of Deft in Holland, and postgraduate studies at the Public Administration Institute of The Hague in Holland.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby proclaim September 21, 2004, to be MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY IN COOK COUNTY, and recognizes the many contributions Consul General of Mexico Carlos M. Sada Solana has made throughout the County of Cook, and urge all Cook County residents to join in this celebration of their culture and heritage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to Consul General Carlos M. Sada Solana.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of Hispanic pride and culture, recognizing the achievements of Hispanic individuals who by hard work and sacrifice have distinguished themselves through their careers and public service; and
WHEREAS, National Hispanic Heritage Month, created by Public Law 90-498, approved September 17, 1968, by the 90th Congress and later amended in 1988 by the 100th Congress, authorizes the designation of National Hispanic Heritage Month as the 31-day period beginning September 15 and ending on October 15; and
WHEREAS, shortly before dawn on September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla urged the exploited and embittered Mexicans to recover the lands that were stolen from their forefathers, thus starting a fight to overthrow the authority of Spain over Mexico; and
WHEREAS, it is on the night of September 15, that Mexicans all over the world celebrate Hidalgo’s passionate declaration, in following with the traditions of their birth land, by shouting “Mexicanos, Viva Mexico”; and
WHEREAS, the courage and sacrifice for freedom demonstrated by Hidalgo and other freedom fighters has been an inspiration to all Mexicans and people throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, in the spirit of Father Hidalgo and other freedom fighters, the Mexican-American community has fought for social justice throughout Cook County and the United States; and
WHEREAS, over 70% of Hispanics living in Cook County are of Mexican decent; and
WHEREAS, Cook County’s Mexican-American community has made numerous cultural and economic contributions to the growth and development of our county.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby proclaim September 21, 2004, to be MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY IN COOK COUNTY, in recognition of the contributions that the Mexican community has made throughout the County of Cook, and urge all Cook County residents to join in this celebration of their culture and heritage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsor by
THE HONORABLE BOBBIE STEELE, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Roberta Lee Eskridge from our midst on September 6, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Roberta was born to the family of Ben and Dora Morgan and eight siblings in Watervalley, Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, she experienced the pinnacle of her womanhood when she became a loving wife to Mr. Willie B. Eskridge and a mother of two children, Peggy Eskridge and Terry Eskridge; and
WHEREAS, Roberta discovered her niche in the professional arena when she attended Alexander Cosmetology School and served as a cosmetologist for 46 years; and
WHEREAS, she fulfilled her civic duties by serving as a Judge of Election for the 22nd Ward for 40 years; and
WHEREAS, Roberta demonstrated her faith in God and her love for her church, First Baptist Church, and she maintained her membership there for nearly 50 years; and
WHEREAS, she expressed her passion for stewardship and fellowship through her participation in the Gospel Chorus, Sanctuary Choir, F.P. Piper Club, Sunday School Hospitality Club and the Bus Ministry.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Members of the Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, do hereby extend our deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Ms. Roberta Lee Eskridge; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that an official copy of same be tendered to the family of Ms. Roberta Lee Eskridge so that her memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsor by
THE HONORABLE BOBBIE L. STEELE, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
AND JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS AND LARRY SUFFREDIN
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Lutrelle “Lu” Palmer from our midst; and
WHEREAS, this great man was a giant in our community, he was also a loving husband to Mrs. Jorja Palmer, a wonderful father to six children and an honorable grandfather to five grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Lu pursued educational excellence. He gained valuable knowledge from attending public schools in Newport News, Virginia; attained his Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Virginia Union University; acquired his Master’s Degree from Syracuse University; and obtained a Ph.D. in Media from Iowa State University and St. Martin’s College and Seminary; and
WHEREAS, he identified his passion early in life for journalism and followed the path to an illustrious career in the area; and
WHEREAS, Lu served in various positions with multiple news outlets, including reporting for the Chicago Defender, Chicago Courier, Chicago American, the Chicago Daily News, editor of the Tri-State Defender and founder, editor and publisher of the Black X-Press Info-Paper; and
WHEREAS, he expanded his journalistic expertise from print media to radio. He was the commentator of “Lu’s Notebook” aired on Chicago Radio Stations, WVON, WBEE and WJPC and he hosted “On Target” Talk Show on WVON Radio Station; and
WHEREAS, Lu demonstrated his activism through his community involvement as Founder and Director of Black Business Network, Founder of Chicago Black United Communities, Black Independent Political Organization and Chairman of Extended Services Programs; and
WHEREAS, his activism led him to launch the historic march Toward a Black Mayor, “The We Shall See in '83" campaign, which led to the election of Chicago’s first African American Mayor, Harold Washington; and
WHEREAS, Lu led the fight for the removal of asbestos from Chicago Public Schools and the fight against the wrongful draft of African Americans in the armed services; and
WHEREAS, his work, commitment and diligence gained him a myriad of recognitions and awards: Kuumba Liberation Award, Proclamation of Unity, Journalistic Excellence Award, Black Press Hall of Fame, Hero & Leadership Award, Outstanding Service Award Community Service Award and the Garvey-Muhammad-King Award, to name a few; and
WHEREAS, Lu’s life exemplified the standard of sacrifice, excellence and tireless service to his fellow man.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Members of the Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, do hereby extend our deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Mr. Lutrelle “Lu” Palmer; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that an official copy of same be tendered to the family of Mr. Lutrelle “Lu” Palmer so that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI,
DEBORAH SIMS AND BOBBIE L. STEELE, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Congratulating the Assyrian Winged Bull Soccer Team
and the Assyrian Athletic Club on Winning the
2004 U.S. National Amateur Soccer Championship
WHEREAS, the Winged Bull Soccer Team was formed in 1970 in Chicago by a group of young Assyrian immigrants from Iraq who had a passion for the game; and
WHEREAS, in 1971, Winged Bull joined the National Soccer League as a Third division team; and
WHEREAS, by 1975, the team had won their way to the First division and in 1977, made the Major division, which is the highest level available for an amateur league; and
WHEREAS, in July, Winged Bull qualified for the National Championship competition by becoming the Midwest regional champions after defeating Illinois arch rival Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, Winged Bull represented the Midwest Region at the National Championships in August and defeated three regional championship teams to become the U.S. National Amateur Soccer Champions; and
WHEREAS, the manager of the Winged Bull Soccer Team is Raymond Oshana and the team coach is Semir Youkhana; and
WHEREAS, Winged Bull is the pride of the Chicago Assyrian community and has brought national recognition to Illinois.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate the Assyrian Winged Bull Amateur Soccer Team on winning the 2004 U.S. National Championship; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners wishes Winged Bull continued success as it represents the United States in playing amateur soccer teams around the world; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the Assyrian Winged Bull Soccer Team and the Assyrian Athletic Club as a symbol of this auspicious occasion and let it also be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, FORREST CLAYPOOL,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Rufus Edmond Hill from our midst on September 4, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Rufus showed early evidence of his musical prodigy on the piano, he composed his first composition at age five, became the accompanist for a high school choir, played piano for the boy’s choir at church, and could play the entire Handel’s Messiah by age ten; and
WHEREAS, Rufus Hill excelled in music throughout his life, he received his Bachelor of Art’s Degree from Morehouse College where he was the accompanist for the Glee Club. After graduation Rufus accepted a music fellowship at the University of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Rufus Hill had a long and distinguished musical career, he toured extensively with Jerry “Iceman” Butler and was the musical director for the acclaimed Kennedy-King Community Chorus. He was a composer, arranger, and had Directorship credits including “This Far By Faith”, “Five Guys Named Mo”, “Ain’t Misbehaving”, “One Mo Time” and “Spunk”. Mr. Hill was also winner of the prestigious Joseph Jefferson Award for “Po” a musical he co-authored and he was honored with an opportunity to play the coveted Vladmir Horowitz Piano; and
WHEREAS, Rufus Hill had a zest for life, music was his passion and his calling, he was one of the most sought after pianist in Chicago because of his ability to master classical, spiritual, gospel, jazz and other music genres; and
WHEREAS, Rufus received worldwide notoriety during his life, he remained rooted in the church serving the Metropolitan Community Church for twenty-five years as organist/pianist.
NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby extend their deepest condolences to the family of Rufus Edmond Hill for their loss; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of Rufus Hill in his honor and be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, FORREST CLAYPOOL,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN,
GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Whereas, Mary Potter, a woman of unshakable faith founded The Sisters of Little Company of Mary, on July 2, 1877 with four companions in Nottingham, England; and
WHEREAS, a request from a Chicago businessman brought three sisters of the Little Company of Mary to the United States in 1893 where they continued caring for the sick and dying in the Chicago area for 37 years before building the original Little Company of Mary Hospital in 1930; and
WHEREAS, Little Company of Mary Hospital and Health Care Centers is a catholic community hospital providing the latest surgical, inpatient and outpatient facilities offering a holistic approach to treatment; and
WHEREAS, Little Company of Mary Hospital offers a heritage of faith-based care that focuses on technology and the spiritual connection of prayer providing compassionate care; and
WHEREAS, Little Company physicians performed the first human organ transplant of a kidney in 1950, was the first hospital to offer hospice care in Chicago beginning in the 1970s, and is historically known as the “Baby Hospital”, celebrating the births of nearly 200,000; and
WHEREAS, Little Company of Mary Hospital has continued to carry out Mary Potter’s holistic ministry of physical, emotional and spiritual healing and will begin their 75th year of service to Chicago in January of 2005.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Little Company of Mary’s Sisters, Board of Directors, physicians, nurses, volunteers and staff on their years of service and commitment to the community; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable company of this Resolution be tendered to the Board of Directors of Little Company of Mary Hospital as recognition of their continued journey in health care, and be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE ANTHONY J. PERAICA, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Our Lady of Charity Church, Cicero, Illinois was established as a parish on June 11, 1954, by Cardinal Stritch; and
WHEREAS, Our Lady of Charity Church, Cicero, Illinois celebrated their 50th Golden Anniversary on Saturday, September 4, 2004 with a Jubilee Mass celebrated by Cardinal Francis George; and
WHEREAS, the Golden Jubilee Dinner Dance commemorating this Anniversary will be held October 3, 2004 at Ashton Place in Willowbrook; and
WHEREAS, during the month of August, parishioners paid homage to the Our Lady of the Millennium statue which was on display in the church parking lot for three weeks; and
WHEREAS, Bishop Thomas Paprocki celebrated an outdoor Mass in June 2004, followed by a Jubilee family picnic; and
WHEREAS, Father Long organized the Holy Name Society for men and the Tabernacle Society for Women in 1946; and
WHEREAS, in February 1958, Father Kennedy inaugurated the Living Tableau Stations with parishioners re-enacting the Passion of Christ which parishioners re-enact every Lent; and
WHEREAS, active parish groups include a School Board, Senior Citizen Club, Adult Choir, Guitar Choir, Tabernacle Society, Holy Name Society, Catholic War Veterans group, bowling league and a scouting program; and
WHEREAS, Father Jose Sequeira has been pastor of Our Lady of Charity Church since May of 2003; and
WHEREAS, Father Robert Burnell has been associate pastor at Our Lady of Charity parish since April of 2003; and
WHEREAS, we wish continued support and success to the parishioners and faculty of Our Lady of Charity parish.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and an official copy be tendered to Pastor Father Jose Sequeira in honor of the 50th Jubilee celebration of Our Lady of Charity parish.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE ANTHONY J. PERAICA, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Deputy Police Chief Richard Breckinridge is retiring from the LaGrange Park Police Department effective September 1, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge has devoted almost thirty-four years serving the residents of LaGrange Park; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge served his country in the United States Air Force during the Viet Nam War; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge has served the residents of Palos Hills as a part time firefighter; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge received the Brookfield/LaGrange Park Lion’s Club Police Officer of the Year award in 1955; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge received the International Who’s Who of Public Service award in the year 2000; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge holds memberships in the West Suburban Association of Chief’s of Police, Illinois Association of Chief’s of Police, International Association of Chief’s of Police, National Association for Law Enforcement Training and Illinois Police Association; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge has been a long time resident of Brookfield, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Officer Breckinridge will be recognized and honored in a retirement ceremony for all of his contributions and loyalties to those he worked with and served, on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at D’s Little Italy Restaurant in LaGrange Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and an official copy be tendered to Deputy Police Chief Richard Breckinridge in honor of his well deserved retirement.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
PRESIDENT OF THE COOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN,
CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY,
PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called multimedia journalist, Lutrelle "Lu" Palmer from our midst; and
WHEREAS, born to Lutrelle and Virginia Palmer in Newport News, Virginia, Palmer credited his father, the principal of the city's all black high school, for the determined activist path he chose in life. Lu often recalled how his father was fired after launching a drive to secure equal pay for African-American teachers. Approximately one year after the school board fired Palmer as principal of the school he founded 23 years earlier, he passed away; and
WHEREAS, Lu Palmer would go on to graduate from Virginia Union University and obtain a master's degree from Syracuse University. He also worked toward a doctorate in communications from the University of Iowa; and
WHEREAS, in 1950, Mr. Palmer came to Chicago and landed a job with the Chicago Defender; this opportunity would be the start of a legendary journalistic career; and
WHEREAS, radio is another medium through which Mr. Palmer would make a profound impact. His galvanic daily commentary, "Lu's Notebook", captivated audiences throughout the city when it aired on Chicago's WVON radio station; and
WHEREAS, never one to tone down his rhetoric for the sake of being less offensive or gaining acceptance by the general public, Mr. Palmer harshly criticized his bosses at his former employer, the Chicago Daily News, asserting that his copy was frequently altered or withheld altogether; and
WHEREAS, an advocate for education and fairness in the journalistic arena, Lu Palmer served as a mentor, advisor and role model to countless journalists and young people seeking guidance in the field; and
WHEREAS, the quintessential political activist, Mr. Palmer single-handedly coined the slogan "We Shall See in '83", which mobilized black voters and ultimately led to the successful movement to elect Harold Washington as the first African-American Mayor of the City of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, with the passing of Lutrelle "Lu" Palmer, we have lost a courageous journalist, educator and social activist who helped open the political process and provide expanded opportunities for African-Americans and other disenfranchised groups.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby express its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family as well as the many friends and loved ones of Lutrelle "Lu" Palmer; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of Lutrelle Fleming Palmer, Jr. so that his historic legacy may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
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Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called James Edward Stroger, brother of Cook County Board President John H. Stroger, Jr., from our midst; and
WHEREAS, affectionately called "Jimmy" by all who knew him, James was born in Helena, Arkansas and was the youngest of four children born to the late John and Ella Stroger; and
WHEREAS, James Stroger graduated from Helena's Eliza Miller High School and would go on to attend Xavier University in New Orleans, Louisiana and AM&E College in Pine Bluff, Arkansas prior to moving to Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Jimmy was preceded in death by his two older siblings, sister Cleopatra Jean and brother Earl Carlton; and
WHEREAS, in Chicago, Jimmy worked in several municipal agencies over the years, retiring from the public sector in 1996; and
WHEREAS, after reaching the care-free realm of retirement, Jimmy spent his free hours using his considerable comedic gifts to bring smiles and uproarious laughter to his family and countless friends; and
WHEREAS, with the passing of James Edward Stroger we have lost a genuinely kind man who loved his family and brought joy to all who knew him.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, does hereby express its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family as well as to the many friends, and loved ones of James Edward Stroger; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of James Edward Stroger, so that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
04-R-
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE ANTHONY J. PERAICA, COUNTY COMMISSIONER
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER,
FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE
AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, John J. Sinde has been Mayor of the Village of Westchester since April of 1981; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde was on the Westchester Park District Board as President from 1973 thru 1981; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde was past president of the Mary Jane Kennedy PTA and Westchester Band Parents Association; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde was Chairman of the North Central Council of Mayors for ten years; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde is a member of the Westchester Boys Baseball Board and was a baseball manager when his sons John and James played; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde umpired the Westchester Girls softball team; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde is still active as a crossing guard at the Divine Providence School in Westchester; and
WHEREAS, we would like to congratulate Mayor Sinde who celebrated a Golden Wedding Anniversary with his wife, Marilyn on September 11, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde and his wife Marilyn were blessed with Kimberly, married to Mark Mandorino, John married to Sue, and James married to Mary, and they are the proud grandparents of Dana, Gianna, Andrea, Rachel, Jason and Jeffrey; and
WHEREAS, we would like to recognize Mayor Sinde for his years of dedication in serving the residents of Westchester and all who know him; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Sinde is retiring from the North Central Council of Mayors, and deserves much appreciation for his dedication.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and an official copy be tendered to Mayor John J. Sinde in honor of his long time dedication.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.
04-R-
RESOLUTION
Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JOHN P. DALEY AND PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Co-Sponsored by
THE HONORABLE JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE AND LARRY SUFFREDIN, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the Cook County Board of Commissioners that Mrs. Dorothy Ormond will soon retire from professional employment with the County of Cook, thus concluding a long and most impressive term of loyal and dedicated public service in local government; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Ormond began her professional employment at the Park District Credit Union, and later served as an Assistant to then State Senator John P. Daley; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Ormond commenced her career of service to the people and government of Cook County on February 4, 1992, in her position as Secretary to County Commissioner John P. Daley; and
WHEREAS, in the course of her career with the County of Cook, Dorothy Ormond has been recognized for her loyalty, her capabilities and dedication; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Ormond was assigned additional administrative responsibilities pertaining to matters before the Committee on Finance, by Finance Chairman John P. Daley in 1994, and has served in that capacity with the highest level of merit, distinguishing herself as a most capable and diligent employee, possessive of a commitment to excellence in the execution of her duties, unsurpassed attention to detail and an exceptional talent for organization; and
WHEREAS, throughout her career, Dorothy Ormond has performed her various duties and responsibilities with admirable skill and proficiency, and has displayed a professionalism and commitment to service which exemplifies excellence in the public sector; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Ormond has compiled an outstanding and unblemished employment record of dedication and diligence that stands as a model for all to emulate; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Ormond can now use her well-earned retirement time to enjoy the company of her son John B., her brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, her fellow parishioners of St. Gabriel Church in Chicago’s Canaryville neighborhood, and her many friends; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, that the Board does hereby extend its congratulations to Dorothy Ormond on the occasion of her retirement, offers its deepest appreciation to her for her twelve years of outstanding service as an employee of Cook County, and joins her friends and colleagues in wishing her many years of health and happiness; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Dorothy Ormond to commemorate this occasion.
Approved and adopted this 21st day of September 2004.